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Saturday, August 2
5 - 6:30 p.m.
LeadershipFPRA Class IX Graduation & Alumni Reunion
Conway
LeadershipFPRA Class IX members will celebrate the completion of their LeadershipFPRA experience alongside
LeadershipFPRA Alumni as part of a 10-year Reunion Celebration, which will include hors d’oeurvres, drinks or
champagne and photos. This event is by invitation only for class members, their guests and alumni.
Sunday, August 3
8 a.m. - Noon
Golf Scramble Tournament
Shingle Creek Golf Club
Scramble-style golf tournament for up to five foursomes with consecutive tee times beginning at 8 a.m. Includes
green and cart fees, GPS yardage systems benefits, complimentary range balls and complimentary valet parking
at the Golf Club. Rental clubs are available at an additional cost. Please note that the date is within the two-week
recovery window of aerification maintenance. Tickets are available as an add-on to Summit registration or for
guests of Summit attendees.
Noon - 5 p.m.
Registration Open
Panzacola
Noon - 3 p.m.
LeadershipFPRA Orientation for Class X
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Cindy Rodriguez, LeadershipFPRA Chair
LeadershipFPRA Class X members will meet for an interactive and engaging orientation that will lay the
foundation for the program. Class members will learn about the sessions, speakers and field trips to come in their
LeadershipFPRA experience.
Founding Sponsors — Roger & Shelley Pynn
1 - 1:45 p.m.
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The Value of Earning Accreditation
Kevin Christian, APR, CPRC, VP of Credentialing
Earing your Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) is a mark of distinction for those who demonstrate a
commitment to the profession and ethical practice of public relations. Find out how you can join the nearly
5,000 PR professionals worldwide who have earned this credential.
1:45 - 2:30 p.m.
The Value of Earning Certification
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Kevin Christian, APR, CPRC, VP of Credentialing
Have you earned your APR? Take your distinction further by becoming a Certified Public Relations Counselor
(CPRC). This informative session will help you understand how to prepare for the CPRC exam. To sit for the exam,
you must have your APR credential and at least 10 years of experience in public relations.
3:15 - 3:45 p.m.
Outgoing Executive Committee Meeting
Lake Toho Room
This meeting is for outgoing 2024-2025 FPRA Executive Committee members. (The Lake Tahoe Room is on the
Ground Floor near the Fitness Center.)
4 - 4:30 p.m.
Incoming Executive Committee Meeting
Lake Toho Room
This meeting is for incoming 2025-2026 FPRA Executive Committee members. (The Lake Tahoe Room is on the
Ground Floor near the Fitness Center.)
5:30 - 6 p.m.
State Board Gathering
Conway
The outgoing 2024-2025 State Board will meet for a toast to celebrate the year.
6 - 8 p.m.
The President’s Welcome Reception
Conway
Welcome to the PR & Comms Summit, FPRA’s 86th Annual Conference and the premier conference for PR and
communications professionals. Join your colleagues as FPRA State President Julie Frey, APR, CPRC, launches the
conference with an evening of food, drinks and networking.
AUGUST 3–6, 2025
ROSEN SHINGLE CREEK | ORLANDO, FL
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